Atty. James Leonard Baum

Atty. James Leonard Baum

James Leonard Baum is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, insurance and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State Teachers College in 1971, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Columbus Columbus 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About James Leonard Baum at a glance

James Leonard Baum is an Associate based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Karr & Sherman Co., L.P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1989) and Tennessee (2002). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1989) and Kansas State Teachers College (B.S., 1971). Active member of Columbus and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Leonard Baum is a lawyer practicing wrongful death, personal injury, insurance and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Kansas State Teachers College in 1971, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at Karr & Sherman Co., L.P.A. in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Leonard Baum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Leonard Baum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Death

James Leonard Baum is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Ohio →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Leonard Baum is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Leonard Baum

Where is James Leonard Baum's law office located?
James Leonard Baum's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Karr & Sherman Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Leonard Baum handle?
James Leonard Baum focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Leonard Baum practiced law?
James Leonard Baum has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Leonard Baum go to law school?
James Leonard Baum earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact James Leonard Baum for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1989
B.S.
Kansas State Teachers College
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1989
Tennessee
Admitted: 2002

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